Mover

/ˈmuː.vər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a person or thing that moves, especially in a particular context or activity.

The mover carefully loaded the furniture onto the truck for relocation.

a person or organization that initiates or promotes a particular action or change.

She was a key mover in the campaign for environmental reform.

a person who uses strategic or influential actions to effect change in a situation.

He is known as a mover in the tech industry, pushing for innovative solutions.

in sports, particularly in games like chess, a term for a player or participant taking action or making a move.

As a skilled mover on the chessboard, he surprised his opponent with an unexpected strategy.

Derived from the Old French 'movoir,' meaning 'to move.'

mover and shaker

A person who is influential and active in a particular field or industry.

make a move

To take action or to begin a process.

on the move

In motion; actively traveling or changing position.

move

To change position or to shift from one place to another.

movement

An act of changing physical location or position.

motive

A reason for doing something, especially one that is hidden or not obvious.

A person who is quick to act or decide.

He's a real mover; he already filled out the application.

Someone who is popular and well-connected.

She's a mover in those social circles; everyone knows her.